Apple Sports adds Live Activities in iOS 18 for easy score tracking
Today Apple released version 2.0 of its Apple Sports app. The updated app introduces an updated navigation system, but its biggest highlight is Live Activities—perhaps now the single best feature in the iPhone app. more…

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What to do if your macOS Sequoia update is stuck installing
Macworld Installing new versions of macOS on a Mac should be a pretty simple exercise. The Mac tells you there’s an update available via a pop-up in Notification Centre – in some cases (depending on your settings) it’s even downloaded it already and just needs your go-ahead to install. However, sometimes when you click Go on an update things go a bit pear-shaped. In this tutorial we’ll look at what to do if your Mac stalls or freezes during an operating system software update, or if you see an error message indicating that there is a problem. This is particularly pertinent right now with macOS Sequoia arriving on September 16, 2024. Unfortunately, every time that a macOS update arrives there are people who experience difficulties downloading and installing the new software. In this article, we look into what to do if you can’t download macOS Sequoia, fixes for when macOS Sequoia won’t install, and what you need to do if your Mac freezes in the middle of the update. We also run through the different error messages we have encountered when attempting to install an update to macOS and how we dealt with them because often the method that worked to fix problems with a macOS download years ago works in the present. In each case, we will outline a problem and the fixes that have worked for us. We will also address some common errors and list some of the big issues that have been the result of past macOS updates. Why won’t my Mac update? So, if you’ve seen the warning: “The macOS installation couldn’t be completed”, or the message: “An Error Occurred While Installing the Selected Updates” we’re here to help. Or if, having managed to download Sequoia, you are confronted with the message: “There is not enough free space on the selected volume to upgrade the OS!” we will provide guidance. You may also be confronted by messages such as “macOS could not be installed on your computer”, “gateway timed out” or “bad gateway”, and “The network connection was lost” we explain how we fixed these issues below. We find that the same issues tend to affect Mac users downloading the new update every year, so we are basing our advice on the issues that have transpired with macOS updates over the years. Below you will find details of the issues we have encountered with the macOS updates in 2020, 2021, 2022 and before, and it’s possible they will come up again. If specific issues with Sequoia arise we will outline the problems and explain the best fixes below. Read on for the most useful suggestions to work through in order to fix a problem with a macOS download. Preliminary checks Before you start reading through the below looking for your particular scenario, a few quick checks. Can your Mac run Sequoia? It’s possible that macOS is not able to be installed on your Mac because your Mac is too old: see which Macs can run Sequoia. Another reason why your Mac might not download or install the new update is if it isn’t healthy, so if you are encountering issues you might also want to run through our advice here: How to get your Mac ready for a macOS update. Read How to update macOS on a Mac for more advice on installing the latest version of the Mac operating system. Has your Mac really frozen? Before you conclude that your Mac has frozen during the installation, you need to be aware that Updating MacOS can take a Very.Long.Time! macOS Sequoia download errors: problems and fixes There are a few reasons why the macOS download or installation process might not work or be interrupted. There are also a few possible reasons why download might be taking too long. We’ll run through the various problems you might encounter, the error messages you might see, and the best fixes below. Problem: macOS download is taking too long If it happens to be a new version of the Mac operating system and you are attempting to download it just after release there could be problems due to so many people accessing the servers at the same time. As a result, the download of the software may be slow and, even if you do manage to download it, the installation may freeze as it tries to verify your details with Apple. In 2020 our download of Big Sur threatened to take a whole day–a typical sign that too many people are attempting to access the servers. You can gauge whether there are issues with the servers at Apple’s end by visiting Apple’s server status webpage here: System Status page. Check the macOS Software Update section to see if there are any known issues. (If the link doesn’t work it’s https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/ for the U.S. or https://www.apple.com/uk/support/systemstatus/ for the U.K.) As you will see from the screenshot below there was a problem with macOS Software Update on 12 November 2020. That issue was later resolved. When the issue with Big Sur was live on 12 November 2020, Apple had the following text on the site indicating that there was a problem: “Users may not be able to download macOS Software Updates on Mac computers.” Fix 1: Give it time You may be confronted by what looks like a frozen update, but if you leave it for a few hours it could finally get to the end of its task. Sometimes it’s worth leaving the Mac overnight to finish the job it’s started. Sometimes updates can take 16 hours or more – especially on the days when Apple releases a new version of its Mac operating system. Remember, the progress bar you see during installation is just a best guess at how long it will take. In our experience one minute it tells us there will be a two-hour wait, then 45 minutes, then an hour, before jumping down to 20 minutes. Sometimes things get slowed down because the Mac is taking a while to install one file behind the scenes and that’s thrown the whole update time prediction out the window. The Mac might have been stuck on 20 minutes remaining for the past two hours, but this doesn’t necessarily mean it’s not busy trying to install the software. You can tell if your Mac is still installing macOS taking a look at the Log. Press Command + L. This brings up additional information and more details about the amount of time still remaining for the install. It may give you a better indication of what files are being installed and the amount of time left. If it turns out that the installation hasn’t stalled be patient and wait for a few more hours. One key thing to remember: Apple indicates how much time is apparently left for an installation… Don’t pay this any attention because it is NEVER ACCURATE! Fix 2: Speed up the download It’s not always Apple’s servers that are to blame though. Perhaps the issue is at your end. For example, maybe your WiFi connection is poor. We suggest that you try moving closer to the router. You might find that things are quicker if you move from a Wi-Fi to a wired connection. If you have a Ethernet cable and the necessary adapter if your Mac only has a USB-C port, plug yourself directly into the hub. Your download will be much faster over a wired connection. Read more: How to fix Wi-Fi problems on Mac Fix 3: Turn on Content Caching Another thing that you could try is to adjust Content Caching.  When the download threatened to take a long time we turned on Content Caching. Go to System Preferences > Sharing. Turning Content Caching. Restarting the Mac. Apparently, Content Caching reduces bandwidth usage and speeds up installation on supported devices by storing software updates on the computer. We made sure that the Cache Size was unlimited – click on Options. And we also made sure that the option selected beside Cache was All Content. With these changes in place, the download was completed in half an hour rather than the 10 hours initially anticipated. Problem: Stalled macOS update Generally, if there’s a problem with your software installation it will get stuck on the updating screen, showing an Apple logo with a status bar showing the progress as the software is loading. There may be what people refer to as a ‘spinning beach ball’. Alternatively, you may see a white, grey or black screen. On many Macs the screen may be so dark that you might not even be able to tell if the Mac is turned on – move your ear close to the computer to see if you can hear it whirring away. Fix 1: Give it time If the Mac is still working (i.e. you can hear it whirring) you shouldn’t forcibly reboot the Mac. If you interrupt the installation process you could potentially lose your data. It’s one reason why it’s recommended that you back up your Mac before you install new software. Fix 2: Use Safe Mode If waiting isn’t getting you anywhere you could try to download and install using Safe Mode. How you access Safe Mode depends on whether your Mac is powered by Intel or an M1 or M2 series chip. For M1/M2 Macs: To access Safe Mode press and hold the power button until you see the startup options appear > Choose your startup disk > Press and hold Shift and click Continue in Safe Mode > Release the Shift key > open App Store, locate the macOS update and download it while in Safe mode > reboot your Mac before installing. For Intel Macs: Press the power button and hold down the Shift key to start the Mac up in Safe Mode > Wait while the Apple logo appears, and then, when the login window appears release the Shift key > Once your Mac is running open the Mac App Store, locate the macOS update and download it while in Safe mode > before installing reboot your Mac. Here’s how to use Safe Mode on a Mac. Problem: macOS update won’t download Another reason you may not be able to download a macOS update is that you don’t have enough free space on your Mac. We always recommend that you don’t attempt to install an update to macOS if you have less than 20GB of space free. If you try to install without adequate space available your Mac may struggle with the installation – in fact macOS updates in the past few years have weighed in at just over 12GB, so you’ll need all the space you can get! You’ll see below that even 20GB space wasn’t sufficient when it came to installing macOS Big Sur. We actually needed 35GB available when it came to doing the installation. So that’s more than 45GB free space required before you even start. If you have a 128GB Mac this can be a particularly challenging situation. Fix 1: Make space We offer advice on making more space on your Mac here: How to free space on a Mac. You could for example delete old emails and text messages, or locate old Time Machine backup files from your Mac and delete them. One quick way to free up space is to delete the images associated with the Messages you’ve received on your Mac. You can do this by clicking on the Apple Logo > About this Mac > Manage and then choosing Messages and deleting as many images and videos as you can. You could also try an app such as CleanMyMac X to delete caches and other things from your Mac. We have an article where we explain how to use CleanMyMac. If you’d rather not pay we run through How to delete Other storage on the Mac, How to delete System storage on a Mac, and How to delete Cache on a Mac. To check how much space you have go to Apple menu > About this Mac > Storage and wait will the Mac calculates how much is used and how much is available. Fix 2: Download from the Mac App Store You might think you have to stick to downloading the new software via Software Update, but you can grab the download via the Mac App Store. For example, you can download macOS Sonoma, macOS Ventura and macOS Monterey. We have links to all versions of macOS here: How to get old macOS. Fix 3: Download the software from Apple’s website If you’re having problems downloading a point update (not a completely new version) via Software Update or Mac App Store, you can use Apple’s website instead. You can find the latest macOS updates here. To find any software update on the site, just search for it. Problem: macOS won’t install errors Perhaps you managed to download Sequoia (or any other macOS update) and then found that it wouldn’t install. This happened to many people when attempting to download Big Sur in November 2020. They saw an error message suggesting that “Installation failed: error occurred while installing the update”, we’ll run through that example before looking at some other error messages we have seen in the past. Error: Upgrade runs out of space and fails In some cases, the macOS Big Sur installer wasn’t checking that there was sufficient space available before performing the installation. As a result, some Mac users were finding that their Macs were unable to complete the installation before they ran out of space. In 2020 this particular problem was addressed in an update to Big Sur. Read: Big Sur 11.2.1 (v2) fixes Mac installation issue. Prior to that update, the best solution was to do a clean install of Big Sur, so that may be the case should the same thing happen with the Sequoia update. Error: “Installation failed error occurred while installing the update” One of the biggest problems with Big Sur was that the installer would identify that there wasn’t enough space available before it ran. Since the macOS Big Sur installation required around 48.5GB free space–that’s 35.5GB plus another 13GB for the installer itself–lack of space was quite a common problem among those with 128GB Macs (which is the problem we encountered). With the Big Sur update, if you saw the error message: “Installation failed: error occurred while installing the update” you were not alone. There were multiple reports of people having difficulties downloading Big Sur. In fact, we experienced this exact problem with our attempt to download and install Big Sur. Error: “There is not enough free space on the selected volume to upgrade the OS” Even with the Big Sur Installer downloaded on our Mac in 2020, we were unable to install it because it needed an additional 14GB of space in order to install on the Mac. That was in addition to the 12GB already being used by the installer. Since our Mac at the time only had 128GB space this was a challenge. Fix 1: Make space The obvious solution to the issue above is to make space. We offer lots of advice for ways to free up space on a Mac, and we also address How to delete Other storage on your Mac and How to delete system on the Mac separately. In 2020 when confronted with this problem we armed ourselves with CleanMyMac X to delete cached files and other superfluous data, and then blitzed the images and videos associated with our Messages. In the end we managed to get the extra 15GB we needed. Fix 2: Do a clean install Doing a clean install could be one way to get enough space for the installation because you would be wiping your Mac before you begin – of course that means you would need to back up your Mac first. Error: “The update package has been deleted” Another year and another macOS installation struggle! While attempting to download Catalina in 2019 we saw an error message indicating: “The update package has been deleted since being downloaded from the Apple Software Update server”. Initially, we assumed that this meant that Apple had withdrawn the software, but on further investigation, it appeared that it was related to an issue with our network. Fix 1: Stop bandwidth battles It seems that this time it was a case of there being too many Apple devices on our network causing too much competition for bandwidth. We stopped streaming radio, turned off other devices, and moved our Mac closer to the router. If we’d have had an Ethernet cable handy we’d have used that. Either way, it fixed the problem for us that time. If your Mac appears to have frozen during the installation, it’s worth listening to your Mac for signs of life (you may be able to hear whirring) and following the below advice. Problem: Mac freezes during installation If you’re positive that the Mac isn’t still working on updating your software then run through the following steps: 1. Shut down, wait a few seconds, then restart your Mac Press and hold the power button to shut down and start your Mac back up. 2. Go to System Settings > Software Update Or, if you are on an older macOS version, go to System Preferences, or, even older: the Mac App Store and open Updates. You should find that the update/installation process carries on from where it left off. 3. Check the Log screen to see if files are being installed When the progress bar appears, press Command + L again to check the Log screen and ensure files are being installed. If the Log screen shows that nothing is happening move on to the next step. 4. Try installing a Combo update As we mentioned earlier, Apple hosts software on its website, so you can download it from there if you are having problems with the usual method. There’s good reason to get your software from Apple’s website if you’re encountering problems: the version of the software available from Software Update or the Mac App Store will only include the files necessary to update your Mac. If you go to Apple’s support website you can find a Combo updater which includes all the files required to update the macOS. This version of the update will replace all the system files and thereby ensure the update is complete. 5. Reset the NVRAM If Safe Mode doesn’t work, restart the Mac and hold down Command, Option/Alt, P and R. This will reset the NVRAM. Wait until the computer restarts and wait to see if it starts updating. For more information read How to reset the PRAM/NVRAM here. 6. Use Recovery Mode to reinstall macOS As a final option you could restart the Mac in Recovery Mode. On a M1/M2 Mac enter Recovery mode by pressing and holding the power button while your Mac starts up and continue to press and hold the button until you see a startup options window appear with an Options icon. Then select Options and click Continue. On an Intel Mac hold down Command + R at startup. There are a number of options to choose from in Recovery. You could recover your Mac from your last Time Machine backup, or perform a disk repair – but we recommend choosing the Install new OS option. We have a separate tutorial on how to reinstall macOS using Recovery Mode. When it reinstalls macOS, your Mac will replace all the Apple system files overwriting any problematic ones that may be contributing to this error – hopefully. This update won’t include the latest version of the software so after performing the update, check Software Update and apply the latest macOS update. 7. Install the OS from an external drive If you’re still having issues with the install you could try installing the OS from an external drive. Read this tutorial to find out how to create a bootable installer and install macOS from an external drive. 8. Run Disk Utility once you’ve updated When you finally get the software up and running we advise that you run Disk Utility to correct any issues that might have caused the problem in the first place. Past problems updating macOS It is unfortunately the case that when Apple launches a new version of macOS some Mac users suffer from issues following the update, these issues tend to affect older Macs more than newer Macs.  It is usually the case that Apple will quickly address these issues via an update, so it may be necessary to wait for macOS 14.1 to arrive, but if that’s no good for you take a look below to see if your issue is being experienced by others and how they are tackling the problem. Bricked Macs Back in 2021, some Mac users found that Monterey bricked their Mac. This issue hit Intel-based models with a T1 and T2 chip, which drives the System Management Controller (SMC) and Touch ID sensors in some Intel Macs. That problem was related to the firmware and the suggested fix was to restore the Mac’s firmware. However, that wasn’t a simple fix because the rescue procedure for T2 Macs, as outlined in an Apple document here, required a second Intel Mac, from which the damaged computer could be supplied with new firmware for the T2 processor via the Apple Configurator 2 app. It was even more complicated for T1 Macs and could have involved a trip to an Apple Store. Memory management problem With the arrival of Monterey came reports that a memory management bug was causing some Macs to run out of free memory. Users saw the warning: “Your system has run out of application memory.” The bug seemed to affect both new and old Macs, rather than being limited to just Apple Silicon or Intel machines. Those who encountered that bug suggested that force-quitting applications or rebooting the Mac fixed it. USB issues With macOS Monterey in 2021, there were reports of a problem with USB 3.0 ports – mainly affecting hubs, but also some USB peripherals did not work properly after the upgrade. In this case, the problem seemed to mostly affect computers that featured Apple’s M1 chip, but there were also reports of Intel Macs being affected. Read next: How to fix a frozen Mac. We also have a complete guide to fixing some of the most common Mac issues. Plus we discuss everything you need to know about getting Apple products repaired.  

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The fall Mac event will feature M4 MacBooks and a redesigned Mac mini
Macworld In case you’re still reveling in the recent iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods announcements–maybe you’re even counting the days until your new devices arrive–Apple isn’t done yet. New Macs are coming soon, as Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reminds us. In his later Power On newsletter, Gurman reaffirmed that Apple will release Macs with the M4 chip “in the coming weeks.” As he reported back in April, Apple will update the MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini. This new report doesn’t really add anything new, but Gurman notes that some Macs are ready to ship now, while the high-end MacBook Pro and Mac mini are still in production. As ususal, Apple wants to wait until all models are ready to release before holding its event. The new Macs will feature the M4 chip, which was introduced with the iPad Pro last May, though it’s yet to be seen what kind of specifications the Mac M4 will have. The M4 Mac mini is expected to undergo a redesign that makes it about the size of the Apple TV. The MacBook Pro and iMac will have the same design. The event will likely place in late October. Last year’s Scary Fast event was held on October 30 when Apple launched the M3 family of chips alongside a refreshed iMac and MacBook Pros. Gurman also restated that Apple plans to ship the M4 MacBook Air in the “first quarter of 2025” and the M4 Mac Studio in the middle of next year, which likely means a WWDC 2025 announcement. Gurman also reported that the M4 Mac Pro “will launch before the end of 2025.” Get the details on Apple’s M4 Mac release schedule.

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iPhone 16 Pro Demand Has Been Lower Than Expected, Analyst Says
Ming-Chi Kuo, a high-profile and reliable Apple analyst, says the demand for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max has been "lower than expected" since the devices became available to pre-order in the U.S. and dozens of other countries on Friday. From a report: Kuo said his data is based on a "supply chain survey" and shipping estimates listed on Apple's online store. Kuo estimated that sales of all four iPhone 16 models reached about 37 million units in the first weekend after Apple began accepting pre-orders, which is down nearly 13% compared to first-weekend sales of the iPhone 15 series last year. The analyst said a key factor for the decline is the lower demand for the Pro models, with first-weekend sales of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max estimated to be down 27% and 16%, respectively, compared to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max sales during the equivalent period last year. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Apple preps kid-focused Apple Watch SE 3 with colorful plastic casing
The next-gen Apple Watch SE (third generation) with a plastic casing remains in development. Apple is working on a plastic version of… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Grab Apple AirPods for as low as $89, with deals of up to $250 off
With the announcement of AirPods 4 and USB-C AirPods Max, deals on closeout models have hit a fever pitch. We've rounded up the best picks post-Apple Event, with savings of up to $250 off.Save up to $250 on AirPods today.AirPods prices have dipped to as low as $89 this week, with some fresh bargains added to the mix. Best Buy is clearing out AirPods Max inventory, with Geek Squad Certified Refurbished models with a Lightning charging port dropping to $299.99 ($250 off MSRP). This is a flash deal that's valid today only, or while supplies last.You can also snap up AirPods 2 for $189.99 at Amazon today, reflecting a $60 discount off MSRP. Check out the best offers below, or head over to our AirPods deals roundup for a detailed view of the promotions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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AirPods 4 review roundup: ANC really works without ear tips
The first reviews of Apple AirPods 4 are quite positive, and say ANC works well. There's a boost in fit and audio quality, too. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Federico Viticci shares in-depth iOS 18 review: A small but ‘fun’ update
With today’s iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 releases, Federico Viticci at MacStories is back with his annual in-depth review of Apple’s latest updates. Federico, everyone’s favorite opinionated and caffeinated madman, leaves no stone unturned in these reviews. This time, we get an in-depth look at all of the iOS 18 changes, big and small, and Federico’s broader thoughts on the state of Apple’s ecosystem. more…

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Nanoleaf CEO joins HomeKit Insider to talk latest products & smart home news
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, CEO Gimmy Chu stops by to talk about Nanoleaf's latest products, roundup smart home news, and discuss new releases for the week.HomeKit Insider PodcastGimmy Chu, who's appeared on the HomeKit Insider podcast a few times, co-founded the Toronto, CA-based Nanoleaf in 2013. He leads their daily operations as well as new product development.Nanoleaf has been a pioneer in the smart home space, launching the very first Thread-enabled products in conjunction with Apple. It's since been a continued supporter of Apple Home as well as Matter. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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How to update iOS on your iPhone
Macworld Apple issues a big update to iOS (the operating system that runs on all iPhones) once a year, bringing new features and interface tweaks to many iPhones. The latest of these major iOS updates – iOS 18 – arrives on September 18, 2024. Following the arrival of iOS 18 in September, there will be subsequent updates to iOS 18 with new features, bug fixes and security upgrades. These tend to come out every six to eight weeks on average. In this article, we run through how to update an iPhone to the latest version of the iOS software, including how to prepare your iPhone for a major update, and what to do if you encounter problems, like not having enough space or not being able to connect to Wi-Fi. We’ll also address how to update your iPhone to the latest version of iOS to apply the bug fixes, security patches and additional new features, that arrive throughout the year. When can I get iOS 18? Around 10 a.m. PT, 1 p.m. ET, and 6 p.m. BST on 16 September 2024 iOS 18 will be available to install on September 16, 2024, although beta testers have had it running on their iPhones since June or July (depending on whether they ran the developer or public betas). The beta will continue even when the final version launches as Apple will continue to develop new features that weren’t available in time for the launch of iOS 18. If you fancy trying out the beta then we explain how you can join the beta and install it in How to install the iOS beta on your iPhone. The further into the testing process, the less risky it becomes to install the beta. If you later want to remove yourself from the beta testing, read: How to remove the iOS beta. Once the final version of iOS 18 arrives–we expect it will arrive around 10 a.m. PT, 1 p.m. ET, and 6 p.m. BST, on 16 September–you may want to quickly install it, but there are a few reasons why you might want to wait a little longer: On the day a major iOS update arrives Apple’s servers tend to become overloaded. This means the process can take a lot longer and be more frustrating than it would otherwise be. Another reason to hold off updating immediately is that it can be wise to wait a week or so until Apple issues iOS 18.1, which is usually a fix for any bugs that arrive with the first iteration. We also recommend that you do a bit of general ‘tidying up’ of your iPhone before updating iOS to minimize the potential problems. See the ‘How to get your iPhone ready for an iOS update’ section below. If you are wondering how iOS and iOS 18 compare read iOS 18 vs iOS 17: Why your iPhone will never look the same again. At a glance: How to update an iPhone Whether it’s a full operating system update, or a smaller ‘point update’, updating iOS is easy. You will need to check that your iPhone is compatible with the update though. In the case of iOS 18, compatible iPhones include the iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone XR and iPhone XS, but the iPhone 8 and iPhone X are excluded. Foundry Foundry Foundry Before you begin, we strongly recommend that you back up your iPhone. Open Settings. Tap General. Tap Software Update. iOS will check if there’s a new version; if there isn’t, you’ll see the message with the software version and “iOS is up to date.” Sometimes there’s a bit of a wait until the software becomes available, especially on a launch day. If an update is available you will see it. Tap on Download and Install. Enter your pin and agree to the terms and conditions. Your device will download the update in the background. You’ll see an indication of how much time it is likely to take. In our experience this is very far from the mark: the reality can be double or even triple what this estimates! You can at least carry on with other things while the download happens. Your device will then move onto Preparing Update, which also can take a while. Once the download has finished you will receive a notification that the update will install. Now wait while your iPhone Verifies Update. Your iPhone will then shut down, start up, and begin to install the software update. Expect this step to take a while, especially if it’s on the night the software arrives! See our list of every version of iOS where you can see the latest versions and how long Apple supports iPhones for. How to get your iPhone ready for an iOS update Before you update iOS, especially if it’s a major update, we recommend that you do the following: Back up your iPhone: You can do this using iCloud, or via the Finder on a Mac or iTunes on a PC. We explain how to back up an iPhone here. In the past people have lost data like old SMS messages and photos during an update, so we can’t emphasize enough how important this step is! Make some space on your iPhone: You will need a fair amount of space available for the update. If you don’t have a spare 20GB or so on your phone then delete some apps to make room–you can reinstall them afterwards as you already own them so they are associated with your account. If you still don’t have enough space, iOS will also offer to temporarily remove some files for you. We have advice about ways to save space on an iPhone. Plug your iPhone into a power supply: iOS won’t install if your battery is low. Connect to WiFi: Make sure you’re downloading over Wi-Fi, not via cellular, or you may end up running out of data. Also, check it’s a safe network–we don’t recommend you do this over hotel Wi-Fi, for instance. Grab a copy of the iOS you are updating from (if you can): It may be comforting to have the option to revert to the version of iOS you updated from, although Apple doesn’t make it easy to downgrade iPhone software. We’ll run through those steps below. Troubleshooting iOS update problems Unfortunately, as easy as an iOS update should be, and even if you have done all the preparation recommended above, there can be problems. We run through fixes for the most common issues encountered while installing a new version of iOS below. Problem: I don’t have enough space to update iOS If you have an iPhone with limited space available, perhaps a 64GB model, clearing sufficient space to install an iOS update can be stressful. If you’re low on space you may be worried that you will lose some of your data if you install the new iPhone update. It’s understandable that some people are concerned about this because it’s happened to them in the past. However, it should be the case that once the iOS update has been installed, all your data will be intact, and if it isn’t, well you have a backup don’t you? We give advice about clearing space on your iPhone in a separate article, but if you don’t want to delete lots of your data there is another option available. Solution: Use your Mac to install iOS Downloading and installing iOS via the Finder (or iTunes on a PC or an older Mac) is a great way to update iOS if you don’t have enough space on your iPhone. Foundry Foundry Foundry Open the Finder. Plug your iPhone into your Mac. Find your iPhone in the sidebar on the left of the Finder and click on it. (You may have to confirm that you Trust the device first). Click on General. Click Check for Update. If there is an update, click Download and Update. By downloading and installing the software this way the iPhone will not require as much space. Alternatively, you could try these steps to make some more space on your iPhone. Problem: I can’t update iOS because I don’t have Wi-Fi Are you really excited about updating iOS but don’t have access to Wi-Fi right now? Or maybe you do, but it’s hotel/restaurant Wi-Fi, and you aren’t sure you can trust it? You might be wondering whether you can update iOS using cellular data or mobile data. Solution: Download using cellular Apple used to have a download cap, meaning you couldn’t download more than 200MB over a data connection. This cap was lifted in iOS 13, so you can now download apps of any size. Go to Settings > App Store. Scroll down to the Cellular Data (or Mobile Data) section and tap on App Downloads. You can choose from Ask If Over 200MB, Always Allow, or Always Ask. Before you start, make sure you don’t use up all your data for the month! Even “unlimited data” isn’t always completely unlimited and you might be penalized later on. Alternatively, if your Mac happens to be connected to the internet via Ethernet, or another way, you could download iOS using the Finder in exactly the same way as we describe above. Problem: I can’t see the iOS update! You may be wondering why your iPhone isn’t showing the iOS update as available. Solution: Check compatibility, Wi-Fi, battery… or use the Finder to download it There are a few reasons why this might be the case. You might just be too eager. There can be a delay before the big yearly iOS update appears. Inevitably someone you know will see it sooner. Your phone might be too old to run the latest version of iOS. Find out which iPhones can get iOS 18. You might not be connected to Wi-Fi. As we said above, you need Wi-Fi, but there are workarounds. Your battery may be low. Apple required your iPhone to be plugged in or your battery to be above a certain level in order to update. If those points don’t apply to you, try installing via the Finder as we detailed above. Your Mac may be able to see the update. If your iPhone doesn’t run the new version of iOS, you might want to check our roundup of the Best iPhone deals so you can save money while bagging yourself a shiny new device. Problem: The iPhone update has frozen So, you followed all our advice and yet the update is taking AGES! Perhaps your iPhone appears to have frozen, or the update is stuck near the end. What should you do? Solution: Be patient, check Wi-Fi, restart First off, it might just be slow, especially if you are updating just after a major update has been issued. Sometimes an update can take all night! Whenever a new iteration of iOS comes out, we recommend giving it a few days just to let the clamor die down and any bugs get ironed out before you put it on your device. Another reason why an iPhone update might stop is if your Wi-Fi connection has dropped. If you are installing the update a few months after the launch there should be no problems with busy servers or long delays. In that case, if you are having issues with the download time, it may be that your Wi-Fi network isn’t performing. Read this: How to fix problems with WiFi on iPhone or iPad. If you think your update has frozen wait a little longer just in case it’s just taking a long time. If you are sure that the update has frozen, rather than just slowed to a snail’s pace, you should restart your iPhone. The process to restart your iPhone depends on the model you have, but since iOS 18 won’t run on anything older than the iPhone XR you will only need to know the following steps: Quickly press and release the volume up button. Press and release the volume down button. Press and hold the side button, keep holding it until the Apple logo appears, then release. Hopefully, you will be able to start the installation again without any problems. Problem: The iPhone update is stuck Verifying Update Once the iOS update is downloaded on your device it will be verified by Apple. Solution: Check Wi-Fi, restart If your device gets stuck on this screen it may be because your Wi-Fi connection has dropped, so check your internet connection. If that’s not the culprit then try restarting your device as per the steps above. How to upgrade iOS from a beta version If you previously tried out a beta version of iOS ahead of its full release, you should be able to update to the full version once it launches. Go to Settings General Software Update Tap on Beta Updates Tap on Off Now the next time a non-beta update arrives you should be able to install that version of iOS, without being offered any beta updates. If you wish to remove an iOS beta and there isn’t a newer version of the full version of iOS follow the steps in this article: How to remove an iOS beta from your iPhone. How to go back to an old version of iOS What happens if you change your mind later and want to downgrade to the previous version of iOS? Downgrading is really tricky, so we can’t guarantee that even if you have the installer for an old version of the iOS you can revert to it, but here’s the method to try. Download the correct version of iOS for your iPhone from IPSW.me. It needs to still be signed by Apple, which these days is a very narrow window indeed. It should start downloading to your Downloads folder. On your Mac, open the Finder. Plug in your iPhone. You will need to turn off Find My on your device. Go to Settings and click on your ID information. Tap Find My > Find My iPhone and switch the slider to off. Enter your Apple ID password. Hold down the Option/Alt key and click on Restore iPhone. This should allow you to select the version of iOS you wish to install on the iPhone from your downloads folder, locate it and click on Open. A message will appear saying which version of iOS you will install. Click to confirm this and wait while your iPhone is restored. Once your iPhone boots up you can choose to restore it from a backup, but beware that if this backup is since the version of iOS was updated you will recover that version of iOS. You may be lucky enough to find an older version of your backup – tap on the devices to see what version of iOS they are in. You can back up using a different device’s back up, but some data may not sync. We have a separate article that investigates whether it possible to downgrade my iPhone to an older version of iOS.

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Security Bite: A brief history of Apple’s legal fight with NSO
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. Earlier last week, we learned that Apple wants to revoke its three-year-long lawsuit against the prominent spyware maker NSO Group. The news came as a shock, especially since Apple was winning the case. In this week’s edition of Security Bite, let’s take a brief look at the legal battle that could have set significant precedents in digital privacy and why Apple suddenly wants to withdraw completely. more…

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FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection & notification
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the sleep apnea feature of the Apple Watch, just in time for the release of the Apple Watch Series 10.Apple Watch sleep apnea notificationsDuring the September 9 "Glowtime" event, Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 10, as well as the new feature, sleep apnea detection. While the feature was announced, Apple couldn't bring it to the Apple Watch until the FDA approved it.A 510(k) Premarket Notification in a medical device database updated on Monday reveals the FDA approved an "Over-the-counter device to assess risk of sleep apnea." The listing doesn't specify the Apple Watch specifically, but that is the only device in Apple's product line that offers the feature. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple soon to unveil first Macs with AI-focused M4 chips and Apple Intelligence
Apple is gearing up for a second special event expected to take place next month during which the company will unveil its first Macs with… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iOS compatibility: Find out the latest version your iPhone can run
Macworld Unsure which version of iOS your iPhone can run? Here’s a quick guide so you can find out if your iPhone is compatible with the most recent iterations of the iPhone operating system, and, if it isn’t, which version you can install on your iPhone. Apple gives iOS a major update each year, usually introducing new features and some stability upgrades to the previous version, plus numerous smaller updates in between. The latest version of iOS 18, which arrives on September 16. The good news is that the compatibility list for iOS 18 is the same as iOS 17, so those with the iPhone XR, XS or 2nd gen SE will get to enjoy iOS 18. However, to use the new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18, you’ll need the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max, or the iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max. See our iOS 18 compatibility checker. Although Apple is better than most at keeping older models on the list of supported devices, hardware limitations can sometimes mean that an iPhone gets left behind. This doesn’t mean the device will stop working, but you won’t be able to access the newer features and capabilities that come with the updated software and you may be vulnerable to security flaws. If your iPhone can’t run one of Apple’s supported versions of iOS then it’s probably time to upgrade your iPhone. To find out more read how long Apple supports the iPhone for. If you want to see a brief history of iOS, then take a look at our guide to Every version of iOS released so far. Latest iOS version supported by each iPhone To show you which version of iOS your iPhone can run, we’ve broken down each iPhone generation so you know which version it originally shipped with (as that will be the earliest it can run) and the latest iteration it currently supports–including whether that iPhone will support iOS 18. We’ve not listed the smaller ‘point’ releases, as they change all the time, so take it as understood that any version of iOS that the iPhone is shown as supporting (such as iOS 16) also means any smaller point updates too (such as iOS 16.4.1). It should be noted that Apple has stopped supporting a lot of the older versions of iOS now, meaning there are no new security patches for them. Alongside the latest iOS, Apple currently supports the last two generations of the iPhone operating system with security updates, which means that as of September 2024: iOS 16 is the oldest supported version of iOS. This means that Apple will continue to support iPhones X, 8 and 8 Plus with iOS 16, but support for iOS 15 and the iPhones 7, 6S, 6S Plus and 1st gen SE will now end. iOS 17 did not support iPhone 8 or the iPhone X which came out in 2017, but since those phones are able to run iOS 16, they will continue to get support through security updates for at least another year. Foundry Foundry Foundry iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 18 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 17 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 16 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone SE (3rd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 14 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone SE (2nd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone XR, XS, XS Max Original iOS version: iOS 12 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone X Original iOS version: iOS 11 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 8, 8 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 11 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 7, 7 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 10 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6S, 6S Plus Original iOS version: iOS 9 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone SE (1st generation) Original iOS version: iOS 9 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6, 6 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 8 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5S Original iOS version: iOS 7 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5C Original iOS version: iOS 7 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 5 Original iOS version: iOS 6 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 4s Original iOS version: iOS 5 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 9 iPhone 4 Original iOS version: iOS 4 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 7 iPhone 3GS Original iOS version: iOS 3 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 6 iPhone 3G Original iOS version: iOS 2 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 4 iPhone Original iOS version: iOS 1 Does it run iOS 17 or iOS 18: No Last compatible version: iOS 3 If your iPhone isn’t supported by iOS 18, 17, or 16 then you might want to consider upgrading to a newer device. Take a look at our best iPhone deals round-up where we share the most recent money-saving deals. Read our best iPhone guide for advice. How to tell which version of iOS you’re running If you’re not sure which version of iOS you’re currently running, it’s very easy to find out. Open Settings. Tap on General. Tap About and look for the iOS Version number. The number you’re looking for will be something like 16.0 or 15.3.1. Don’t worry about the bit in parentheses. The number you’re looking for will be something like 16.0 or 15.3.1. Don’t worry about the bit in parentheses.Foundry The number you’re looking for will be something like 16.0 or 15.3.1. Don’t worry about the bit in parentheses.Foundry Foundry How to upgrade iOS Now that you know the latest version of iOS that your iPhone supports, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re running on that platform. We have a guide on how to update iOS on your iPhone, so take a look at that and follow the simple instructions to get your iPhone up to date.

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Carrot Weather takes advantage of iOS 18 with latest update
An all-new Carrot Weather release is here alongside iOS 18 launching for all users later today. The update brings handy features like Control Center widgets, dark/tinted app icon support, a new weather history section, Apple Watch Live Activities, and more. more…

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Apple TV+ bags 10 Emmys, including first for Slow Horses
Apple TV+ wins 10 Primetime Emmy Awards for five shows and one commercial -- including a first for darkly funny spy thriller "Slow Horses." (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Report reiterates 2nm chips for iPhone 17, but highlights the challenges
We heard back in July that Apple chipmaker TSMC was running ahead of schedule on trial production of 2nm chips expected to debut in next year’s iPhone 17 – and a new report reiterates this. However, it highlights the challenges involved with this ultra-small process, and says that TSMC cannot manage it without help … more…

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Flappy Bird is returning to the iPhone soon after 10-year absence [Update]
Flappy Bird, the beloved but short-lived App Store hit from 2013-2014, is coming back to the iPhone soon. Over 10 years after its developer pulled the game and disappointed a host of fans, the original game and its trademark have been turned over to new hands, sparking the coming re-release. Update 9/16/24: Nguyen, the game’s creator, has now tweeted that he is not involved and did not sell the game rights after all. It seems the game’s trademark expired and this new group picked it up freely. What was formerly thought to be the reemergence of the original game, with new life, now looks like it will be yet another imitator. more…

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Discover a new way to write AI prompts for ChatGPT and Midjourney right here
If you've ever worked with AI tools, you might have noticed how hard it is to get the exact response to a prompt that you were look (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Discover how to write AI prompts for ChatGPT and Midjourney
Writing effective AI prompts isn't that easy. Learn to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney with these affordable AI courses. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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